Brexit and the UK's Relationship with the EU

The UK voted to leave the EU in 2016, a decision known as Brexit. This decision was rooted in historical ambivalence towards European integration, dating back to the UK's initial reluctance to join the EEC in 1973. Margaret Thatcher's tenure as Prime Minister saw increasing skepticism towards the EU, despite her initial support. The EU's expansion and economic crises in the 2000s fueled further tensions, leading to the 2016 referendum where 52% voted to leave. This marked the beginning of a complex separation process.

What was the main reason behind the UK's decision to leave the EU in 2016?

• To adopt a new currency

• To join another international organization

• To regain economic and political independence

• To strengthen ties with the US

When did the UK join the European Economic Community (EEC)?

• 1973

• 1984

• 1963

• 1957

What was the outcome of the 1975 referendum on the UK's membership in the EEC?

• The referendum was canceled

• Majority voted to remain

• Majority voted to leave

• The vote was inconclusive

What was Margaret Thatcher's stance on the EEC during her time as Prime Minister?

• She was indifferent

• She criticized it and demanded a rebate

• She wanted to expand it

• She fully supported it

What was the main reason for Margaret Thatcher's criticism of the EEC?

• Environmental policies

• Military disagreements

• High financial contributions with little return

• Lack of cultural integration

What significant change occurred in the 1990s regarding the EEC?

• It adopted a new constitution

• It became the European Union

• It expanded to include more countries

• It was dissolved

What event in the 2000s reignited tensions between the UK and the EU?

• The expansion of the EU

• The global economic crisis of 2008

• The introduction of the Euro

• The signing of a new treaty

Which political party led the calls for the UK to exit the EU?

• Liberal Democrats

• Green Party

• UK Independence Party (UKIP)

• Labour Party

What was David Cameron's promise regarding the EU in 2013?

• To increase the UK's contributions

• To leave the EU immediately

• To hold a referendum on EU membership

• To adopt the Euro

What was the result of the 2016 referendum on the UK's EU membership?

• Leave

• Remain

• Canceled

• Postponed